Best Rory Stewart Podcasts (2025)

Can Zelensky survive a war abroad while fighting enemies at home? What does Epstein’s circle reveal about power, secrets and how justice really works? And, is addiction a personal failure or a rigged system designed to keep us hooked? This week, Alastair is joined by Katty Kay, host of The Rest is Politics US, to discuss all of this and more. The R…

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432. Trump, Starmer, and Gaza: Is The Tide Turning Against Israel? 1:04:40

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Will the West turn the tide on Gaza or is it too little, too late? What are the pictures Netanyahu doesn't want Trump to see? Are Israel's aid drops purely performative? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com, for exclusive bonus content includin…

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The Secret River with Kate Grenville 54:08

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This special episode on a great modern classic was recorded live at the Sydney Writers' Festival in 2025. Very few novels can genuinely claim to have changed a nation’s consciousness. The Secret River, written by Kate Grenville and published in 2005, is one of those books. It put a spotlight on a side of white settler experience that Australians ha…

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NFL Future Leans, the Yankees Malaise, Amy Bradley Theories, a Scheffler Makeover, and Hulk Hogan’s Career With Joe House, Jack-O, and David Shoemaker 2:13:48

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss their favorite NFL futures (2:19). Then, Jack-O joins to discuss the Yankees, Scottie Scheffler, ‘Happy Gilmore 2’, and true crime documentaries (41:13). Finally, David Shoemaker joins to remember the late Hulk Hogan and his lasting impact on the world of wresting (01:27:02). Host: Bill Si…

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145. Gary Stevenson: Masculinity, Money, and the Myth of Meritocracy (Part 2) 48:06

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How did Gary become a multimillionaire by the age of 25? How big a difference can a wealth tax make on regular people's lives? Have centrist politics failed on the economy? Rory and Alastair are joined by author of The Trading Game, Gary Stevenson, to answer all these questions and more. Visit HP.com/politics to find out more. TRIP Plus: Become a m…

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Why Cancel Culture is Ruining Comedy with Ruby Wax 42:13

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INCOGNI Deal: To get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan, go to https://incogni.com/disruptors Follow Ruby's work: https://www.frazzledcafe.org/Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob is joined by comedian Ruby Wax as she discusses her battles with depression, tr…

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Why Boring Businesses Make Billionaires with Codie Sanchez 1:06:20

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Get Leads FAST with ScoreApp. To get your first lead magnet live in under 60 minutes AND an EXCLUSIVE 50% off your first month head to: https://www.scoreapp.com/rob/ Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob is joined by entrepreneur and investor Codie Sanchez. Codie expla…

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All the President’s Tools 1:26:27

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As Trump's pressure campaigns target universities, media outlets, and private companies, Jon is joined by former US Attorney Preet Bharara, host of "Stay Tuned with Preet," and Dan Pfeiffer, co-host of "Pod Save America" and author of "Message Box." Together, they examine the tools available to presidents to coerce independent institutions, explore…

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431. Question Time: Netanyahu’s Survival, Deadly Clashes in Syria, and Japan’s "Deep State" 54:45

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Is Netanyahu escalating conflict to distract from scandal? How is toxic masculinity taking hold among young men? Is Japan’s youth driving a new wave of nationalism? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com, for exclusive bonus content including Rory…

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Best NBA Summer Arguments With Zach Lowe 1:46:45

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe fresh off Summer League to discuss the hottest NBA news, including rumors of a new international basketball league, the Pelicans, and the Kings (3:17). They also react to the Clippers making some significant offseason moves and L.A. being a possible landing spot for Giannis in the future (30:13). Fin…

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Re-enchanting live at Bradford Literature Festival: Chine McDonald, Francis Spufford and Lamorna Ash 1:27:20

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Recorded live at Bradford Literature Festival, Belle Tindall brings together three of the most influential voices of the moment: Chine McDonald, Lamorna Ash and Francis Spufford. Together, they speak about what belief is, what it isn't, and how people are navigating our 'age of crisis'. Not only is this our first ever live recording, it's truly a c…

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430. Murdoch, Epstein, and AI Billionaires: Is Trump Losing Control? 58:25

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What did Alastair make of Jeffrey Epstein when he met him? Just how dangerous is AI in an unregulated world of tech bro billionaires? Why do Rory and Alastair disagree on votes for 16 year-olds? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com, for exclusi…

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Keeping Up Appearances with the Pooters: The Diary of A Nobody 1:15:50

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This episode is a cheat. It's not a real published personal diary, but a satire on published diaries. It’s a fiction, but it’s a fiction that tells us a lot about fact. Published 1892, The Diary of a Nobody is about London clerk, Charles Pooter, his wife Carrie, his son William Lupin, and numerous friends and acquaintances. Most of all, it's about …

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The Colbert-CBS Drama and NFL Leap Team Possibilities With Matt Belloni and Nate Tice 2:04:57

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Matthew Belloni to talk about CBS cancelling ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ and what that means for the future of TV (2:50). Then, Nate Tice joins ahead of the NFL season to talk about the teams that could jump a level, before discussing the Timberwolves (51:11). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Matthew Bellon…

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How to Take Control of Your Wealth & Life with Tom Bilyeu 1:29:24

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INCOGNI Deal: To get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan, go to https://incogni.com/disruptors Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Impact Theory founder Tom Bilyeu joins Rob and breaks down his path to wealth. He explains why money printing hurts the middle class…

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144. Gary Stevenson: From Teenage Drug Dealer to Millionaire Trader (Part 1) 38:16

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How did Gary Stevenson go from being expelled for drug dealing, to one of the most successful traders in London? How does class and privilege play into the world of finance in the UK? What could men do differently to deal with their mental health at work? Rory and Alastair are joined by author of The Trading Game, Gary Stevenson, to discuss all thi…

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The Real JD Vance: How Trump Ditched Ideology (Part 5) 43:01

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Does Trump already see himself as America’s king? Have he and Vance swapped ideology for a medieval approach to politics? Will reality finally catch up with the MAGA coalition? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer questions exclusively from members of The Rest Is Politics Plus. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics…

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One Big Beautiful Econ Con? 1:18:42

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In the wake of Trump's sweeping economic legislation, Jon is joined by Clara Mattei, Professor of Economics at The University of Tulsa and author of "The Capital Order," and James Robinson, Professor at the Harris School for Public Policy at the University of Chicago. Together, they explore how the myth of free markets masks government intervention…

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429. Question Time: Gaza, Genocide, and Global Hypocrisy 56:17

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Has the West lost its moral voice on Gaza? Can Britain and France rebuild trust on migration after Brexit? And, where are today’s Bob Geldofs — and why won’t they speak up? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com, for exclusive bonus content inclu…

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Re-enchanting... The story of Jesus - Bear Grylls 47:18

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Bear Grylls is an adventurer and survival expert who has become known to millions through his TV shows, documentaries and writing. His most recent book is ’The Greatest Story Every Told’, an account of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus told through the eyes of 5 eyewitnesses. Justin and Belle talk to Bear about his own life and faith journe…

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428. Rory vs. Alastair: Are we spending too much on defence? 1:08:40

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Is Starmer falling into Trump's defence spending trap? What's the bigger threat to the European democracies: Putin or populism? Why has a Labour-affiliated union suspended Angela Rayner, a trade unionist Deputy PM? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolit…

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The Secret Life of Summer Holidays: sunburns, family arguments and holiday cottages in classic literature 49:49

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Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? Not if it was the summer holiday that Jonty's family went on to Menorca when a stomach bug ripped through their local village. Or the ill-fated beachside retreat amid a lacerating tropical storm that Sophie took with her mother and sister to mourn her father's death. Classic literature stages endless scenes o…

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How to Make Millions on OnlyFans with Liam Turnbull 1:15:09

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Take the survey now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iHRZvOly_Q7aprlQBF7n38y0EjgvnHw2OdYII8yQElc/edit?ts=670d0111 Rob interviews 25-year-old Liam Turnbull, who runs the UK's biggest OnlyFans agency, making $5-7 million monthly. Liam explains how he built his business to millions, owns 14 cars and wants to become a billionaire. He discusses why hot…

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Dragon's Den Tej Lalvani on Britain's Wealth Exodus 1:15:43

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Visit Coinbase to learn more: https://coinbase-consumer.sjv.io/c/6193695/1342972/9251This episode is sponsored by Coinbase, Visit www.coinbase.com to learn more.Crypto comes with unique risks, take 2 minutes to learn more. Former Dragons' Den investor and vitamins business owner Tej Lalvani discusses building a business worth hundreds of millions. …

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143. Iraq, Trump, and America’s Slide to Authoritarianism (Congressman Seth Moulton) 1:06:54

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How did Congressman Moulton keep fighting the Iraq war when he thought it was a mistake? Is there anyone who can stop Trump, or is he an absolute monarch? Have substandard politicians used military service as a get-out-of-jail-free card? Rory and Alastair are joined by Congressman Seth Moulton to discuss all this and more. Visit HP.com/politics to …

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An Awesome ‘F1’ Movie and Superman Expectations With Van Lathan and Charles Holmes 1:32:42

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Van Lathan Jr. to talk about Joseph Kosinski’s ‘F1’ film, starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris (2:16), before discussing Pitt’s acting career. Then, Charles Holmes joins the pod to try to convince Bill to watch James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ (59:01). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Van Lathan Jr. and Charles Holmes Produce…

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427. The Real JD Vance: Heir to the MAGA Throne (Part 4) 13:08

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Is JD Vance Trump's most dangerous heir? Would a JD Vance presidency be even more dangerous than Trump 2.0? How historically unusual is it for a Vice President to be so prominent in an administration? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in this extract from the fourth episode of their first ever miniseries, available …

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BONUS: Move Over Bridgerton: James Boswell's Big Romance 24:21

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A bonus episode to share the extraordinary detail and richness of the real-time, live-streamed account James Boswell gives us of his first love affair in 1760s London. This may be the closest we can ever come to understanding what passion was like in an age of sexual libertinism and STDs before antibiotics. In our last episode, we talked about Bosw…

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After The Lights Go Out With Michael Chopra 1:03:55

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Former professional footballer Michael Chopra opens up to Leon McKenzie and Steve Harrison about his struggles with a chronic gambling addiction, which led to him running up huge debts and coming close to taking his own life. He also discusses his charity work with 'Football For Peace' including a trip to the Maldives as part of a counter terrorism…

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History Meets Galaxy with Tony Gilroy and Mike Duncan 1:36:07

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In an era that can feel like a tinderbox, Jon is joined by Tony Gilroy, creator of "Andor" and Oscar nominee, and Mike Duncan, bestselling author and creator of the "History of Rome" and "Revolutions" podcasts. Together, they examine what draws ordinary people into extraordinary historical moments, explore the catalysts that spark revolutions, and …

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426. Corbyn's Comeback, Musk's New Party and The Broken SEND System 49:00

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Is Corbyn’s new party a bold move — or a boost for the Tories? Can Labour fix SEND — or are vulnerable kids being left behind? Is Bosnia ready for the EU — or is Europe looking away again? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com, for exclusive bon…